Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Gilbert Christian Schools, Inc·Gilbert, Arizona
Gilbert Christian Schools, Inc·Gilbert, Arizona
The coach is responsible for leading volleyball practices and games while fostering a God-centered culture through spiritual leadership and mentorship. Key duties include managing athlete safety, communicating with parents and the Athletic Director, and promoting sportsmanship.
Mission Statement Gilbert Christian Schools partners with parents to prepare the next generation to impact the world for Christ.
Athletics supports this mission through our core values: Character – Nurturing Christian character through mentorship. (Proverbs 22:6) Commitment – Striving for excellence in all we do. (Colossians 3:23) Community – Serving and celebrating others with a selfless mindset. (John 15:12) Spiritual Leadership Lead devotionals, team prayer, and maintain a God-centered culture.
Practice & Game Management Know and teach sport rules.
Promote sportsmanship among players, parents, and fans.
Communication Report injuries, discipline issues, roster changes, and vehicle incidents to the Athletic Director the same day.
Communicate purchases in advance and use TeamSnap for schedules and updates.
Hold a parent meeting in the first week of the season.
Professionalism, Safety and Professional Development.
Attend all practices, games, and tournaments.
Ensure athlete safety and supervision at all times—before, during, and after team activities.
Maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
Follow budget guidelines and child abuse reporting protocol.
Keep school vehicles clean and locked.
Encourage multi-sport participation; out-of-season practices require approval and must be voluntary.
Seek growth opportunities and attend required Athletics meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
Prior coaching experience at the high school level or higher preferred. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. A personal commitment to Christian faith and the ability to serve as a spiritual role model.
All applicants must have or be able to obtain the following documentation by date of hire: Current AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Current CPR & First Aid Certificate
Market context
In Arizona, middle school volleyball coaching roles often draw candidates with school-based coaching experience and current compliance credentials. This role is competitive because schools typically look for prior high school-level coaching, a clear Christian faith commitment, and active certifications such as an AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card plus CPR/First Aid. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and be ready to reference your coaching background and faith alignment in your application.